Columnist suggests four signings for Milan ahead of Champions League return

AC Milan are not far away from securing their spot in the Champions League next season, but once they do, there won’t just be time for celebrations. 

After a season without the competition, which had a huge financial impact, Milan are about to return to the Champions League. They are currently nine points ahead of fifth place with ten games to go, and while it’s not mathematically sealed yet, they should feel very confident.

That said, just as a return would result in celebrations among the fans, it will demand a lot from the management. Now that a solid foundation has been build for the league, it’s clear that some signings are needed to take the project to the next level, as has been talked about in recent weeks.

Midfield reinforcement too?

In an editorial piece for Gazzetta dello Sport, the columnist Alessandro Vocalelli has suggested four signings for Milan. One per department, to be exact, if we are counting the wing-back positions as different from the defence and midfield.

“In defence, Gila has been talked about for some time. As a protégé of Tare, who discovered him and brought him to Italy, he’s an exemplary professional who waited his turn, improved, and then became one of the league’s top centre-backs.

“His contract expires in 2027, but he’s ready to leave in the summer. Someone like him would be perfect for AC Milan: quick, explosive, and excellent at recovering the ball. Perhaps you could say the missing piece.

“Further up the pitch, we have Bartesaghi who pairs up with the hero of the derby, Estupinan. Given the current situation, Milan should consider strengthening the right flank.

“The best option would be someone like Palestra, who would be a deputy for Saelemaekers while also being capable of taking on other roles too if needed.

“In midfield, from Modric to Ricci, from Fofana to Rabiot and Jashari, the department is well-stocked, also considering Loftus-Cheek who has specialised in the attack. However, the cherry on the cake would be a player like Ederson of Atalanta. Strength, vision: it would be a huge leap in quality.

“Finally, up front, the recommendation is simple: a penalty area man, strong in the air, a point of reference for Leao and Pulisic. There was talk of Vlahovic, but now he’s close to renewing at Juve again. So, an almost indisputable candidate would be Guirassy of Borussia Dortmund,” he concluded.